The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) in Velikiye Luki, Russia is 16,600 kilometers (10,315 miles / 8,963 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:51 in Auckland, it's 00:51 in Velikiye Luki. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Velikiye Luki (VLU) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.